Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Sergei Shoigu said in an interview with TASS on April 24, 2025, that the United States understood Russia's position on the terms of a possible ceasefire in Ukraine. According to him, Moscow is ready for a truce and peace talks, but only if the causes of the Ukrainian crisis are eliminated and reliable guarantees for Russia's security are provided. Shoigu emphasized that the Russian side has clearly outlined its interests, taking into account the current situation on the front, and conveyed them to the US administration. Shoigu's statement was another signal about the possibility of a diplomatic settlement of the conflict, although specific steps remain unclear.

As Shoigu noted, Russia insists that the talks take into account the “realities on the ground,” meaning the current military and political situation. He emphasized the need to address the root causes of the conflict, including, in Moscow’s view, NATO’s eastward expansion and the militarization of Ukraine. These conditions, according to the Security Council secretary, are fundamental to achieving sustainable peace. The assertion that Washington has treated this position with understanding indicates possible progress in behind-the-scenes contacts between Russia and the United States, despite the public rhetoric of confrontation.

The issue of settling the Ukrainian conflict remains in the spotlight of the world media. As Reuters reported on April 22, 2025, the administration of US President Donald Trump has stepped up efforts to find ways to de-escalate, including informal contacts with Russian representatives. The agency's sources indicate that Washington is considering options for pressuring Kyiv to advance negotiations, although publicly the White House continues to emphasize support for Ukraine. At the same time, according to The Wall Street Journal on April 23, 2025, US officials are expressing concern that prolonging the conflict could further deplete the resources of both Ukraine and its Western allies.